In an open letter to the committee members on Thursday, von Hoensbroech said "over a million Canadians" have opted for the airline's cheaper fares, which do not allow passengers a carry-on bag but do allow them to bring a "personal item" on board.
Von Hoensbroech argued that WestJet has always sought to make air travel more affordable but the company's efforts "have been undermined by government policies and third-party fees and taxes."
"These hidden fees, including navigation, security and airport improvement charges, make Canadian air travel among the most expensive globally - more than triple the fees in the U.S.," von Hoensbroech wrote.
He called on the government to freeze and reform airline taxes and fees. He also said the government should stop collecting rent from airports and allow.
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